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fromQueerty
1 week ago

Boyfriends in church, '80s hunks & hot times in the bathtub: Gays reveal when they definitely knew they liked guys! - Queerty

It can be tough being gay in a straight man's world. When it comes to figuring out our identities, we often have to negotiate our desires with the preconceived expectations around us. This was especially the case for folks who grew up when there was scant representation. Certain attractions may have bubbled, but they remained nameless. Still, that doesn't mean they went unheeded. Gay people have found themselves for centuries.
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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Why Gay Men Code-Switch Their Voice When Dating

Vocal code-switching among gay men often serves safety and social utility but can undermine authenticity and connection.
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fromIndependent
3 months ago

Dear Mary: A colleague confided in me that he is also gay but can't accept it so is marrying a woman. What advice should I give him?

A straight-acting single gay man frequently corrects assumptions about his sexuality while a younger colleague is engaged to marry next year.
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fromAnOther
8 months ago

"The Patron Saint of Queer Literature": How to Get Into Edmund White

Edmund White's writings profoundly shaped our understanding of queerness and gay identity throughout his extensive literary career.
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